Over the past couple of years, a large number of Blue Oval models have ditched the factory-installed SecuriCode keyless entry keypad, replacing it with a dealer-installed option, much to the chagrin of folks that appreciate that particular feature. However, the redesigned 2025 Ford Expedition bucked that trend when it debuted with the factory keypad option still intact, becoming the first such model to do so in some time. Now, after initially switching to a dealer-installed keypad as part of its refresh, the 2025 Ford Explorer has regained the factory SecuriCode keypad option, too.
The 2025 Ford Explorer has regained the factory SecuriCode keyless entry keypad as part of its Job 2 production update, which applies to all models build on or after November 25th, 2025. The factory-installed keypad is a $455 option and is available on all trim levels. However, it’s worth noting that the base Active trim also requires the Active Comfort Package, which adds another $3,360 to the tally, along with a heated steering wheel, LED signature lighting and fog lamps, remote start, an eight-way power adjustable passenger seat, universal garage door opener, and ActiveX seating material.
The reappearance of the factory-installed SecuriCode keyless entry keypad on the 2025 Ford Explorer is certainly notable given how many vehicles have ditched it for a dealer-installed alternative in recent years. That list includes a variety of models, most recently, the 2025 Ford F-150, the 2025 Ford Super Duty, the 2025 Ford F-150 Lightning, the 2024 Ford Escape, and the 2025 Ford Ranger.
Previously, the 2025 Ford Explorer switched to the dealer-installed Illuminated Door Entry Keypad, which cost $350 and could be added when the crossover is delivered, or afterward, if so desired. Unlike some others, it was a nearly integrated piece that wasn’t some sort of stick-on pad, either, and was installed using existing wiring, allowing owners to access their vehicle even if they don’t have their key or phone on them, and they could choose to create up to five personal codes, too.
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I used mine religiously until the fobs came along, previously I could throw my keys under the seat and lock it and walk away. Now I can’t so therefore the feature became redundant.
Why can’t you? I have the fob and still use it all the time.
A very convenient feature I was disappointed to see deleted, happy to see reinstated. All of my vehicles have it.
I currently have it on five vehicles and use it all the time. I don’t need to grab keys to just run out and grab something out of a locked car.
As I see it, Ford is the only manufacturer to offer the keypad as a standard feature for over 30 years. I use it every day on my 2014 Fusion Hybrid.
Has anyone seen other brands with keypads as a standard feature or added on?
A most welcome back feature!!
Once again, wife and kids can enter the car on their own after shopping – without needing me to open the car or borrow the key fob.
Thank you Ford!
Glad to see them bringing this back, even if it’s a factory option and not standard. Let’s see them introduce a Limited trim, next — something between the Active and Platinum trims. I don’t need “lux leather”, but ActiveX seating with a nicer stereo and auto-dimming rear-view mirror would be nice.
Should be available for any vehicle! Ford is clueless ,no wonder they’re losing market share every year. We love our Fusion and my f150 but Ford just can’t get their act together.
The keypad is a great feature. Had it on 4 vehicles now. It has saved having to call a locksmith a couple of times like I did with my Silverado once. Also, comes in handy when you just have to unlock a vehicle to get something and don’t have the keys/fob with you.